Chapter 18 Hair Removal Flashcards
Describe thermolysis
A high frequency alternate current that produces heat and destroys follicle
What is a Philosebaceous unit?
Contains hair follicle, hair roots, hair bulb, dermal papillary, sebaceous appendage, and arrector pili muscle
Describe electrolysis
Where you insert needles in the follicles
Why is roll-on wax more preferred?
It’s less messy and more efficient
Explain galvanic electrolysis
It uses direct current to cause chemical decomposition of hair follicle
Describe the hair follicle
Massive epidermal cells forming small tube or canal
What is photoepilation?
It’s the general term for IPL/lasers
Why should you avoid removing vellus hairs on certain areas?
You should avoid removing vellus hair on areas that don’t have thick, coarse hair because it can produce new terminal hairs
Explain the purpose of a hair root.
It anchors hair to skin cells and part of hair located at bottom of follicle below skin surface
What is the spatula method when sugaring?
When the product is applied with hair growth and removed against hair growth, similar to waxing
What is the hair bulb?
It’s the swelling at the base of follicle that provides nourishment
Which tweezers are most recommended during services?
Slip tipped tweezers
What are some contraindications for waxing?
Diabetes, circulatory disorders, and AIDS
